2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1980 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | DB9 | 240 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |